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Reviewers rate the Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra higher: 78 against 75 for the Xiaomi 17T.
Reviewers agree · 6 reviews
Suits buyers wanting a compact, long-lasting phone with a strong telephoto camera at a moderate price. Trade-offs include a plastic frame, no wireless charging, weaker night and ultrawide photography, and mixed views on performance and design.
Some disagreement · 8 reviews
Suits buyers wanting flagship-class performance, strong audio and long battery life at a lower price, especially with a discount. Trade-offs are weaker low-light photos, heat under load, bloatware and ads, and limited software updates.
| Measure | Xiaomi 17T | Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 75 | 78 |
4 publications have scored both phones. 1 scored the Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra higher.
| Spec | Xiaomi 17T | Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2026 | November 2025 |
| Launch price (USD) | $735 | $729 |
| Launch price (UK) | £649 | £749 |
| Launch price (Europe) | €750 | €830 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | Android | Android |
| Display | 6.6″ | 6.9″ |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 6,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 W | 100 W |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 200 g | 220 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Software updates | 6 years | 4 years |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.